As Earth Day is celebrated, the spotlight is on Margaret Gordon of West Oakland, whose journey from humble beginnings to environmental advocate showcases her impactful work for cleaner air. Serving as co-executive director of the West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project for two decades, she was motivated to act when her grandson's asthma was linked to local pollution. Gordon's efforts have successfully reduced diesel emissions and improved energy use around the Port of Oakland, earning her recognition while emphasizing that there is no predefined path to advocacy.
"There ain't no blueprint. You gotta keep searching-finding the best way to do this."
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